Google Maps: Pokémon Challenge

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The Google Maps: Pokémon Challenge was a special event launched by Google during April Fools' Day 2014. During the event, users of the Google Maps mobile application were given the ability to catch Pokémon scattered around the actual maps. Google's Pokédex consists of 25 Pokémon from each the first six generations, as well as Mew (which appeared and roamed after the user catches the other 150 Pokémon). The Pokédex includes all starter Pokémon, Eevee and all 8 Eeveelutions, all seven final form pseudo-legendary Pokémon, and all electric rodents.

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Overview

Professor Pegman

The event launched as part of Google's April Fools' tradition for 2014. Announced in Google Asia Pacific's blog, it made use of social media like Twitter, Google+ and Facebook for promotion and communication with players. Google Maps' mascot Pegman took the attire of Professor Oak during the event. Initially planned to last until April 3, its popularity extended it for five days, giving players who had previously caught at least 5 Pokémon the opportunity to complete their Pokédex. Those who managed to catch all 151 Pokémon during the challenge received a congratulatory letter along with "Pokémon Master" business cards from Google on June 2014.

Lab locations

When users start out, they will appear at a Pokémon Lab chosen for them. They can return to their home lab when they wish.

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